Ft Myers Beach How many hurricances have gone through there the last
couple years? Salt water sure makes those rust bubbles bloom.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
On 11/9/05, Tan Qu <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> Kaleb,
>
> Can you kindly pull a carfax check on a 1991 3
I'm always looking, but I won't be bidding this time.
Bob DuPuy
On 11/9/05, Tan Qu <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> Bob,
>
> Are you looking at the same car? It's in your neck of
> woods.
>
> Tan
>
>
>
>
> --- Bob DuPuy <[EMAIL PROTECTED
happen to have already checked the car out?
>
>
> Tan
>
> --- Bob DuPuy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
>
h the Freightliner
Group, DaimlerChrysler's North American Commercial Vehicle Division.
Reinhardt oversees the activities of the Executive Committee at DDC, the
company's senior policy-making group.
Bob DuPuy
On 11/23/05, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> For cryin
dollars
more, or even straight argon for no spatter but it is spendy. Gas is much
better than the flux wire belive me once you get the hang of it you'll only
use the flux wire in an emergency.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
protection just
by the perception.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
ng, will indeed keep you safer, even if you feel squeamish about
it.
Bob DuPuy
On 11/27/05, David Brodbeck <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Bob DuPuy wrote:
> > The fact is that crime goes down in "shall issue states" because the would
> > be criminal can never know w
hite Imron paint. Runs and shifts great. Aprox
2500hrs, 192K kms $27,000.
Bob DuPuy 727 638-0014
Parrish, Florida USA - Thursday, November 10, 2005 at 16:39:50 (GMT)
Some pictures here http://photos.yahoo.com/h2odiesel
Sorry for the spam, Thanks for your time
Bob DuPuy
leb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Will you take $500?
>
> Bob DuPuy wrote:
>
> > I thought someone here might be interested. cross posting from the mog mail
> > list
> >
> > Well I've done it. I listed my DOKA on the unimog exchange.
> >
uding the 416 DOKA I'm selling which is powered by
the direct injection OM352. The DOKA refers to the relatively rare
four door cab option.
Bob DuPUy
On 11/28/05, Loren Faeth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> a lot of them in the 60s had the 2.2 liter M180 engine, same as the 220Sb
>
Hey fellow Dieselers,
Will occasionally running high sulfur diesel in a 2005 Ford power
choke do any harm? I figured Ford has to say don't do it due to
emission restrictions, but is there really a compatibility problem
with the engine components?
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, Fl
7;m a scrupulous law abider, More like
too lazy to pump it out
On 12/8/05, Kevin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> On Thu, Dec 08, 2005 at 06:52:46AM -0500, Bob DuPuy wrote:
> > Hey fellow Dieselers,
> > Will occasionally running high sulfur diesel in a 2005 Ford power
> > choke
post how there could be confusion.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
I was just looking at the specs for some new small marine diesels, from
Yanmar. I noticed that they list two different horsepower ratings for
different fuel temperature. For example, the engine I was looking at
produces 20 HP with the fuel
This is my favorite mog group
http://tx4x4.com/mailman/options/mog_tx4x4.com
Bob DuPuy
On 2/16/06, Desert Rat <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Can't remember who has the Unimog, Jim Cathey perhaps?
>
> Anyway, I know of one in the CA Central Valley at an MB shop and he
> ne
Did someone else already post this?
http://www.audi.com/audi/com/en1/experience/motorsport/r10.html
Looks pretty cool
Bob DuPuy
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-300-SD-AMG-Turbo-DIESEL-GoRgEoUs_W0QQitemZ4614368041QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
or
http://makeashorterlink.com/?W2C052AAC
I really like the grill, where can I get one like that... ha ha ha!
Bob D.
I guess I am a retard. I'm trying to burn a cd from an ISO image. All
I seem to be able to do is to make a cd with an ISO file on it. What
is the favored method of burning so the CD comes out with usable
files.
Thanks,
Bob DuPuy
ntrol arm. I've had two that defied
detection by inspection but were definitely out of shape yeilding bad
rear camber.
Bob DuPuy
On 2/26/06, John Berryman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> On Feb 26, 2006, at 12:49 AM, M.Afzaal Khan wrote:
>
> > Recently I replaced all four s
transmission, or is there a crankshaft pilot problem?
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
Oil filter canister huh, I hadn't thought about that one. You sure its
different and not cross compatible?
Bob DuPuy
On 3/14/06, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> yep, it will work just fine. You will have to swap the oil filter
> canister, linkage, motor mount arm
You"ll have to change the upper oil Pan! Scheiße I think as one of
the rods escaped at high velocity it took part of the lower block and
upper pan with it. The crossmember is different on the 116 from that
of a 126, is it really that different??
Bob DuPuy
On 3/14/06, John Robbins &l
know of a diesel one I was considering an early 90's SL,
maybe a 300 or a 500. She was also considering an audi TT. Does anyone
care to offer some advice?
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
I like the 300SL from around 93. Are there any known problems with
this car, or that engine? There is not a huge price difference now
between the 300 and the 500 is the 500 engine more troublesome?
Thanks,
Bob DuPuy
On 3/22/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I'd
Thanks to everyone for the input. Are there significant differences in
the reliablity or the efficency between the V6 used in the SL320 and
the I6 in the 300SL?
Bob DuPuy
On 3/24/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Nothing that I'm aware of other than some minor
this one mother pin as the rest of the job
so far. Does anyone have some miracle method or a special prayer or
curse for such an occasion? Who knows if this pin is inside or outside
the loop of the timing chain? I think it is time for a beverage!! I
know a Harpoon IPA ought to do the trick
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
m/oil
> Weber Carb Stuff http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs
> http://members.rennlist.com/my_911/Index.htm For my Paint Job Info
> - Original Message -
> From: "Bob DuPuy" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
s for the encouragement.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
On 3/25/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Bob, are you using the strongest bolt possible? You mentioned the cam cover
> bolt - perhaps there's another of the proper size that may work better?
> Don't rea
ot, would y'all look there or is there something better?
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
PS Please excuse the grammar, I seem to slip into full redneck grease
monkey speach patterns while performing shade tree mechanics.
it has some errosion
issues. Opinions please.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, Fl
On 3/26/06, Bob DuPuy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Ok so I've been here before, but I'd like to share the pain with my
> list brothers. If I can find my old digital camera, (wifey has nice
> new one at #2 daug
Picture link
http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/h2odiesel/album?.dir=/f870&.src=ph
or
http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/h2odiesel/my_photos
and poke around
Bob
On 3/26/06, Bob DuPuy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I threw a few pics on Yahoo Until someone expresses another opinion. I
>
I'm doing another OM603 head today, actually putting a decent 350SDL
head on a 300SDL. In the past I've always put the gasket on dry, but
this time I'm considering using a sealer like Permatex copper spray on
the head side. There are a few pits around water passages and the like
on the replacement
a
regular allen wrench and an extension pipe and apply force with a snap
to break it loose. Then I use a stubby allen with my 1/4 ratchet.
Bob DuPuy
On 3/30/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> Does anyone know a good way to hold the water pump pulley, on a 603 engine,
>
Johny!
I thought it was you that recomended Hylomar. I went to their web
site, which product do you recomend for head gaskets? Do you have any
additional wisdom to share, as to application? I can't afford to screw
the pooch on this one.
Thanks,
Bob DuPuy
edans. I'll spend
the next few months trying to figure out the best way to stuff a 5 cyl
OM617 in place of the 4 cyl OM616. If it weren't for the fact that
there is a frame cross member inches from the crank pulley and that
the front pivoting motor mount needs to be relocated it would be
I'm sure everyone here is sure to recognize this as overpriced, but if
we have any members with too much money, I can take a look at it.
Bob DuPuy
On 12/24/05, Rory <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I find it curious that there is no tachometer. It makes me wonder about
> wher
Hey I'm as frugal as the next guy, but Rusty has new pedals for next
to nothing. $11.00 or so if I recall correctly. Why chance it, get a
new one... More Egg nog over here and double up on the brady please!
Bob
For around $1000. you can get new wheels and tires mounted and
balanced with lugs and centercaps delivered to your door, from Tire
Rack. It is hard to justify screwing around with making used stuff fit
and chasing after parts and schleping them off to get tires mounted.
Bob DuPuy
money trying to save both.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, Fl
>
> Me, spend $1000 for a set of rims? I may be a diesel nut, but I still
> have some shred of dignity left.
>
> Casey
> Olympia, WA
> Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state"
> '87 30
I live just south of Tampa. If you have any problems just after you pick it
up give me a buzz.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
727 638 0014
As I mentioned earlier, I am buying a 1990 300SEL. The car is located
in Tampa, FL. I was planning to have the car shipped. I grew more and
more concerned about
Is the or is there not a difference between the port side and starboard side
motor mounts. I've been told there used to be but now they are supperseded
to the same number, and now that there is a difference. what is the real
truth?
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, Fl
Thats what I thought too. For a a 617.95 engine in the 116 chasis it still
calls for two different numbers, that look the same when you open the box.
In a 126 chasis they are the same number. Maybe one is a higher durometer
rubber
Bob DuPuy
On 1/29/06, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTEC
Well Our Man Rusted Root can still get a reasonable facsimile of the
superseded right mount. Of course it costs double, but if it is important to
you, or your just gullable Tom can hook you up.
Bob DuPuy
On 1/29/06, John Berryman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
>
> On Sunday, Janua
Kleb,
Double check the spring and shock. The spring can break inside its rubber
sleeve and result in too little tension.
Bob DuPuy
On 2/4/06, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> nevermind, I figured out the problem. The big washer thats supposed to
> go between th
one with a working
epc tell me which is which?
By the way this is my first 116 and I really like it! 150,000 mi good paint,
clean rip free tex interior. All it needed way a master cylinder and hoses
to make it road worthy. $250 at the YMCA. Heck even the AC works.
Bob DuPuy
ll keep it for myself. Of course, I'm
such a cheap old bastard I had to offer less than they were asking. It is a
good thing I got it too, the SDL just manifested either a blown head gasket
or the infamous #14 head problem. I'm sure it was out of jealousy of me
paying attention to another S cla
Well it looks like my new to me 1980 300SD needs a new right side
axle. By the looks of the boots someone has been here before. Is the
consensus still to look for a decent used set because rebuilds don't
hold up? What vehicles would make suitable donors?
Bob DuPuy
Tap Tap Tap Pffht Pffht. Is this thing on?
s the
consensus still to look for a decent used set because rebuilds don't
hold up? What vehicles would make suitable donors?
Could I swap in the whole rear section of a later 126?
Bob DuPuy
f the fenders are bolt on type affairs on W124s.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
other.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
On 4/20/06, Loren Faeth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I have a left headlight wiper motor, but not the wiper arm. that got bent up
>
> At 07:01 AM 4/20/2006, you wrote:
> >Bob-
> >
> >If Loren doesn't have a left headlight assy I do BU
Someone posted this to my Mog list. I thought someone here might be interested.
http://cgi.govliquidation.com/auction/view?id=857464&convertTo=USD
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
Kaleb,
in the description there is a box that indicates a code for condition.
You can click on it for the condition category. Most of the items fall
into the "economically repairable category. The thing is you really
never know why Uncle Sam pulled the engine until you get your hands on
it.
I'm pretty sure the MB lift pump is a piston type with no diaphram. I
vote you do the delivery valve reseal thing, change the oil, take two
asprin and call Marshall in the morning.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
On 5/21/06, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
If the fuel supply p
Here is the site for mog fest. I sure wish I could be there with one
of mine, but it is a little too far for me to drive.
http://www.northwestmogfest.com/
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
84 416 DOKA
Hey Andrew,
Why don't you take your negative anti america liberal attitudes and shove
them up your ass. Either do something to help, lend a positive sugestion
about what can be done, or shut up.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, Fl
#x27;t see
any screws under the ash tray in the dark.
Thanks,
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
only for
share holders of publicly traded companies that green peace and the
sierra club don't like?
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
makes it hard to impossible to build nuclear power plants or
refineries and the public is coned into blaming the evil rich for a
lack of clean affordable energy.
Bob DuPuy
On 10/9/05, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> < member of the evil rich, or is that designation reser
at it doesn't make good business
sense. WE all pay the price it is up to you. Just try to be informed
not brainwashed.
Bob
On 10/11/05, David Brodbeck <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Bob DuPuy wrote:
> > Then special interest lobbyists get legislation passed that
> >makes it hard
elite doing something to make
themselves feel good while screwing the people they claim to
represent.
Bob DuPuy
PS. I swear I'll lay off this political crap now and ask only
questions about diesels. I like all of you too much to risk causing
more trouble
On 10/11/05, Bill Gallagher &l
. If you feel you have something positive and factual to add,
stick around. If not,and all can do is blurt out you useless opinions
in a rude manner, Shut the hell up and just read maybe some knowlede
and class will seep into your brain and replace your obvious
ignorance.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, Fl
87
You could be right Mike I have been trying to cut back to under five
cups before lunch. Old Colon was poking at Marshall in other comments
too and frankly I value his input much higher than Colons humor. I'll
try to keep it light.
Bob DuPuy
On 10/13/05, Mike Canfield <[EMAIL PROTECTED
It was mentioned earlier, but be sure to check the oil pressure
regulator, sometimes also called overpressure bypass. The springs can
break or the valve become jamed in its bore.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
On 6/29/06, LarryT <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
Sorry to hear it wasn;t one of the easy
I think there is also one in the filter housing so it can bypass if
the filter plugs.
Bob DuPuy
On 6/30/06, J.B. Hebert <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
According to 18-5031HA, the oil pressure relief valve is part of the
oil pump, so if I end up dropping the pan I will check it. I do not
w
My latin sucks, but isn't that sieze the buyer? What are your
intentions is you catch him/
Bob DuPuy
On 7/3/06, Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
That, my friend, is going to be a bargain at any price--carpe emptor!
Casey
Olympia, WA
Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent
Geeze louise! Did you get your item? Did you pay a good price? If the
guy wasn't trying to rip you off and just tried to save money on
shipping, why try to burn him with bad feed back with no chance to
respond. Suck it up, quit your bitching, and just move on. Life is too
short.
Bob DuPuy
There is a little too much schadenfreude in the reaction
below for my taste.
Oh and by the way mail fraud is not trying to get over on the post
office for a couple bucks, but defruading another individual through
the use of the postal service.
Bob DuPuy
going back to skim and delete mode
On 7/
I've got the iso files saved for the two disc set. I remember there
being something important about the name of the disc before you burn
it. Does anyone have a clue what I'm talking about? What are the
correct names?
TIA
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, Fl
and the jet fuel users. In europe over half of the
new cars sold are diesels. With only cars using the gasoline portion
of each barrel it is realatively cheaper. Those darn europeans are
using up our share of the cheap diesel and sending their left over
stinky gas here on the cheap.
Bob DuPuy
Down
Take a look at www.rockymountainmoggers.com especially their links page.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, Fl
1 SDL, 1D, 2Mogs
One additional factor, at least in Florida, The last time I checked
the state added about $.24/gal tax on gas and $.48/gal on diesel. It
is just another hidden tax on all the trucked in consumables you buy
at the store.
Bob Dupuy
the vac advance line going to a timed port vacuum
not full manifold vacuum. Having it on manifold vacuum will cause it
to retard when you really mash the gas. You should be getting around
28degrees total advance and have it all in by 2500 rpm.
Bob DuPuy
I'm pretty sure the MB oil pressure gauge works the opposite of most
others. an open to ground is full scale a shhort to ground is zero
psi.
Bob DuPuy
a few thousand rounds of .223 fmj?
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, Fl
; the
> > > > 7.62x39 myself over
> > > > the .223, but no reason to have to go military
> > as
> > > > any deer round will do
> > > > the job. older military such as .308 and 30/06
> > or,
> > > > for you brits, .303,
> &g
Has anyone hear ever taken a moose with a .223 round? My sister was
once bitten by a moose while she was in Phoenix
Bob D.
In Fl Crown Eurocars and Maher Chevy get $80 per and indies get around $65.
Bob DuPuy
Just thought I'd share a hp data point. I'm moving a 34' Wilbur (down
east cruiser) down the Intercostal from Norfolk to Beaufort SC. The
thing has a 4cyl Yanmar diesel that puts out 215Hp! max 190 cruise.
I'd be happy if I could get the OM 616 in my little Unimog to make
100Hp. I swear If they'll
thing I'd recommend sticking with an orbital type
buffer and a Clear safe polish. Unless of course you've been coned
into one of Kleb's gems then you might as well build some experience
and go for the gusto.
Bob DuPuy
On the outside, I use regular glass cleaner and a razor blade. Hold it
at an acute angle and stroke back and forth like a mine squegee. Then
follow up with a little more cleaner and news print.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
Is anyone else having trouble getting R-12 all of a sudden? Grainger
no longer sells it and I've had a 30lb'er on order from NAPA for over
a week.
Bob DuPuy
Hot Sunny Florida
I've got my 609 card and a commercial account with NAPA. They quoted
me $575 for a 30lb can. Now if they could just deliver. The thing that
threw me was Grainger saying it was no longer available through them.
I get R-22 and R-409 through them no problem.
Bob DuPuy
erate the switch. have a couple rags handy to dab up the
run off.
Bob DuPuy
epair wouldn't limit my liability.
I think I'll call the pick and pull to come get it. Sorry Kleb I don't
think you'll want to drag it home from Florida.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
Hey Dave,
Thanks to you and Marshall for pointing this out! What type of
components did you use for you resistor pack?
Bob D.
I know you can tow start the earlier models, but can you tow start a 1995 E300D?
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
I'm with you, sounds like carbon. Hit one with a hammer and see if you
can pulverize it.
Bob
On 11/29/06, Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
Balls of carbon?
Bosio Nozzle seem to have tighter QC than bosch india. Ipretty sure
they are italian made. Rusty can you get the Bosio nozzles? If they
don't come from you I'm not sure I want them.
Bob D.
Parrish, FL
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http://www.okiebenz.com
For new parts see official list
Leak down test. You don't really need the tester for gross results.
Apply compressed air though the glow plug holes, with the valves
closed and the piston at TDC or BDC. Listen at the intake exhaust and
oil fill for escaping air. Bent valves will be obvious. worn rings a
little less so.
Bob
Parris
You pablum eater and kool aide drinkers crack me up. Ozone is
continually created in the upper atmosphere in vast quantities by
sunlight acting on the gases present. It is the height of hubris to
think mans puny efforts even if they were intentional could have a
significant effect. R12 was banned a
One method that works for seal removal on some but not all set ups is
to remove the nut and outside bearing then reinstall just the nut.
Pull briskly out and down on the rotor. The nut inner bearing and seal
will be left on the spindle with the seal usually still reuseable
after CVI.
Bob D.
_
I'm a little late with this, but I've got two words to share on the
subect. CHAIN LUBE, the kind in a aersol can, made to lube motor cycle
chains. Easy application, it clings well, and will not clog oil
passages as it is readily misable with motor oil.
Bob D,
Parrish, FL
On 1/15/07, Peter Freder
Nice work Joe! Have fun with the head job.
Bob D.
On 1/20/07, Joe Knight <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
http://jsknight.googlepages.com/124
Just finished yanking the head from my wagon. Fooled around a bit
with acrobat and the subject page from the W126 manual. It's a much
more legible diagram th
It never ceases to amaze me that the same "Bush is infringing on my
freedoms" crowed are also the same folks that advocate the Dem
policies of cradle to grave socialism and government control over even
the must mundane aspects of life. I'll take my freedoms and
responsibilities straight up, hold t
I'll rebut it even though no point has been made. In the case of the
first graph it must be stated that just because two events occur
together and track in a similar fashion does not establish a cause and
effect relationship. It is an interesting and theory that increase
concentrations of Co2 can
Ok so, checking the oil in the wifes oil in the SDL and low and behold
the top bolt for the belt tensioner shock is missing and so is the top
bushing and the threads in the head too. I figure I can helicoil the
threads, but what is the list wisdom on OEM, OE or after market for
the shock and idler
So I've been driving the wife's SDL the last few days and I thought I
noticed some turbo whine. I figured it had always been there, No.
Accelerating up an on ramp giving it a bit of Italian tune up all of a
sudden it starts sounding like a kid's bike with a playing card in the
spokes. I checked
Did anyone else notice the belt tensioner shock not where it belongs?
I think it is zip tied to the dip stick?? Not sure what that says
about other needed repairs. Original books and records, how about the
engine replacement paper work?
Bob D.
Parrrish, FL
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Yep, it comes right out. No major trauma was right. I didn't even skin
a knuckle. and that is unusual for me. I'm glad I didn't throw out
that spare when I was cleaning out the garage a couple of months back.
She is back to purring like a kitten, well a big 4000lb german diesel
kitten.
Bob D.
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Broken ez out is not good. I have had success with them doing marine
work, but you have to drill perfectly. On a stud you should drill dead
center, all the way through. start small and work up. make the last
bit or two a left hander. don't even try drilling again until you get
the ez out out. Oh on
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